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Phenyl ether (vapor)

Synonyms & Trade Names
Diphenyl ether, Diphenyl oxide, Phenoxy benzene, Phenyl oxide
CAS No.
101-84-8
RTECS No.
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
C₆H₅OC₆H₅
Conversion
1 ppm = 6.96 mg/m3
IDLH
100 ppm
See: 101848
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 1 ppm (7 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
TWA 1 ppm (7 mg/m3)
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1617;
OSHA PV2022
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless, crystalline solid or liquid (above 82°F) with a geranium-like odor.
Molecular Weight
170.2
Boiling Point
498°F
Melting Point
82°F
Solubility
Insoluble
Vapor Pressure
(77°F): 0.02 mmHg
Ionization Potential
8.09 eV
Specific Gravity
1.08
Flash Point
239°F
Upper Explosive Limit
6.0%
Lower Explosive Limit
0.7%
Combustible Solid Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, nose, skin; nausea
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Respirator Recommendations

NIOSH/OSHA

Up to 25 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode£
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartridge in combination with a high-efficiency particulate filter.£

Up to 50 ppm:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying full-facepiece respirator equipped with organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with an N100, R100, or P100 filter.
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(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister having an N100, R100, or P100 filter.
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(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece

Up to 100 ppm:
(APF = 2000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode

Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus

Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister having an N100, R100, or P100 filter.
Click here for information on selection of N, R, or P filters.
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0791
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019